Ophthalmology Surgical Care Coordinator

Loeye; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgical Counselor at L.O. Eye Care in East Lansing coordinates pre-, during-, and post-operative care for surgical patients, ensuring clear understanding, consent, and comfort for patients and families.

The role supports physicians and helps build surgical volume and patient satisfaction. Key duties include explaining diagnoses and procedures, obtaining informed consent, scheduling surgeries, and coordinating preoperative testing, while maintaining accurate patient records and generating

Qualifications

• Two years’ experience in a surgical specialty practice, ophthalmology preferred.
• COA certification is required; associate experience with patient care is valued.
• Strong communication and confidentiality during patient interactions.

Responsibilities

• Explain the doctor’s diagnosis and procedure to patients and families with clarity.
• Explain informed consent and obtain signatures from patient or authorized person.
• Schedule surgeries and coordinate preoperative testing as needed.
• Provide physicians with pertinent medical information on surgical patients.
• Maintain records of procedures and generate reports as required.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Conscientious

Trustworthy

Patient Confidentiality

Education

High School Diploma or GED

COA Required

Job description

The Surgical Counselor at L.O. Eye Care in East Lansing coordinates pre-, during-, and post-operative care for surgical patients, ensuring clear understanding, consent, and comfort for patients and families.

The role supports physicians and helps build surgical volume and patient satisfaction. Key duties include explaining diagnoses and procedures, obtaining informed consent, scheduling surgeries, and coordinating preoperative testing, while maintaining accurate patient records and generating